Learning & Development Specialist

Are you interested in playing a significant role in our learning and development culture? Orkin’s Northeast Division is seeking a full-time Learning & Development Specialist to play a key role in the training of our next generation of leaders. This position will administer and facilitate the Northeast Division's Management Development Program and serve as a key player in our division-wide training initiatives. 

Are you ready for the challenge?

The primary role of our Learning & Development Specialist is to enhance employee performance, engagement, and organizational success by identifying skill gaps and providing targeted training and development opportunities. This involves creating programs that align with both individual growth and the organization’s strategic objectives, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, and execute 12-month training curriculums tailored to organizational needs, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Develop and communicate training calendars to branch leadership, program trainees, and facilitators, ensuring smooth program execution.
• Conduct regular progress reviews with trainees - identifying areas for improvement and recommending actionable solutions to optimize program outcomes.
• Create, design, and update presentations, videos, and interactive content to support various training initiatives.
• Work closely with internal experts to ensure training content remains accurate, up-to-date, and relevant to organizational goals.
• Lead engaging workshops and deliver training sessions to branch-level leaders, fostering skill development and knowledge retention.
• Utilize a variety of instructional approaches through in-person, virtual, and self-paced methods to accommodate diverse learning preferences and maximize impact.
• Manage training programs using LMS platforms including tracking participation, reporting outcomes, and maintaining accurate training records.
• Drive initiatives that encourage continuous professional development and foster a commitment to growth across all organizational levels.
• Be willing to travel up to 20% of the time

What type of benefits will you receive?

• Compensation is from $55,000 USD to $65,000 USD per year
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, maternity, & life Insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match, employee stock purchase plan
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, dependent scholarship awards
• Industry leading, quality, comprehensive training program

Why should you choose Orkin?

• Pest control is a thriving, recession-resistant industry, and Orkin is the global leader!
• Founded in 1901, we provide the most accurate, comprehensive, and efficient pest management services for both residential and commercial customers
• Orkin is financially stable and growing as the largest subsidiary of Rollins, , (NYSE: ROL), headquartered in Atlanta, GA

What do you need to be successful?

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Human Resources, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in learning and development, training facilitation, or instructional design.
• Strong project management skills, including planning, organizing, and meeting deadlines.
• Proven track record of creating and delivering engaging training programs.
• Demonstrate excellence in both interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently
• We will consider for employment all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.

What will my work environment be like?

Candidates must be able to safely perform the job duties with or without accommodations:

• Must be comfortable sitting or standing at a desk and working with a computer, keyboard, telephone, and other office equipment.
• Must be comfortable sitting or standing while delivering training material.
• Be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Orkin is an Equal Opportunity/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Employer

Salary : $65,000